Viking Horse and Golden Circle: Iceland's Top Tour

Experience the thrill of Viking horse riding and explore the iconic Golden Circle in Iceland. Ride through stunning landscapes and visit Thingvellir, Gullfoss, and Geysir geothermal area.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Laxnes Horse Farm - Known for their small yet robust statures, gentle temperaments, and unique fifth gait (tölt), the Icelandic horse breed has remained virtually unchanged since it was first brought to Iceland during the Viking Age in the 9th century. You’ll ride out into the picturesque Icelandic landscape of Laxnes, just outside the city of…
What's Included
  • On-board WiFi
  • National Park fees included
  • Guided horse riding tour
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Convenient pickup and drop-off from cruise ports, hotels, and designated points in Reykjavik
  • All necessary gear for horse riding provided
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Keen to experience the petite yet robust Icelandic horse, while embarking on Iceland’s top-ranking travel route within a single day? Then the Viking Horse combined with the Golden Circle Tour is a perfect match for your adventurous spirit. You’ll explore the stunning landscapes of Iceland on a horse, which traces its lineage back to the original…

Location
Reykjavik Terminal
Skógarhlíð
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Lauren_l
Oct 8, 2024
Horses ride is a must do- golden circle tour was good but there are other more enjoyable ways to see it - We loved this tour! Caution, you do have to message to book your pick (the farm picks you up) then the bus line will pick you up from the horse farm for the express golden circle tour. The horse farm was AMAZING one of my favorite experience in Iceland. Everyone was so nice and welcoming. The ponies are happy and healthy. The views are indescribable. Dress warm for the ride (they do have gear if your arnt dress appropriately) but the golden circle tour is more of a bus ride here see the site bus ride there see the site. Warm clothes and sneakers will do just fine for that part of the experience. It was a nice relaxing experience after being in the cold on horses for several hours. The bus was full so it was a little annoying getting off at destination and trying to get pictures without people in your pictures when your driving around with 65 other people.
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Lucia_h
Aug 20, 2024
Iceland in a day - Riding the Icelandic horses was a stellar experience. The bus trip around the Golden Circle was also wonderful. Our guide was knowledgeable and lovely.
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Abbie_c
Jul 3, 2024
Breath taking! - I loved the horseback riding and the horses were beautiful! We were able to trot if we wanted and the scenery was amazing. The waterfall later on the tour was amazing!
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Lydia_k
Mar 27, 2024
Family businesses trump overcrowded tourist excursions - The owner of the horse farm was so warm and inviting. It’s family businesses like his that make experiences like this so special.
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Kathleen_m
Mar 27, 2024
Horseback riding treat! - Such fun riding the small personable horses through the amazing countryside, crossing streams, and even taking a rest break. Staff and farm was wonderful. They even allowed advanced riders the opportunity to use their skills.
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Kimberly_a
Mar 16, 2024
Great Experience - Laxnes Horse Farm was amazing, very nice family, well operated ride. A second bus picked up at the farm to continue on the golden circle tour, which was also well run. Great scenery, and informative.
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Mary_a
Feb 23, 2024
Amazing day trip - Picked up by the horse riding farm minibus, very pleasant man who also spoke about the horses and history behind it. Amazing riding experience for my daughter, the team at the horse farm were brilliant. Coffee on hand if you were not riding. Bus for Golden Circle tour on time, comfy and WiFi available. Guide was excellent, kept us entertained with fun facts as well as history. The geysers and gullfoss waterfall were outstanding.
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Laura_u
Dec 11, 2023
Amazing day out, horse riding was our favourite thing we did! - Amazing trips! Firstly the horses were super friendly and fluffy! Calm natured and relatively well behaved considering we got to ride on their first snow day!! Our group was only 6 of us and a mix of experienced riders plus partners🤣 my OH had never ridden before and now would love a lesson on my mare because of how much fun he had! He did everything we all did including cantering and tolt and as a beginner felt well looked after and comfortable! The scenery was stunning and we rode for over 6miles (didn’t feel that far at all!) the overalls were amazing and the horses were incredible! Be aware there’s no mounting block but the guys at the yard were really helpful for the inflexible like myself who couldn’t get up on the horses that are smaller than my own🫣 We were then picked up by Grayline and had a wonderful afternoon exploring the national park, Geysir and Gulfoss waterfall! The guide on the bus was knowledge and interesting in telling us about not only the places we were going to but also Icelandic life and experiences.
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Elizabeth_b
Oct 23, 2023
10/10 - The horse back riding tour was AMAZING! Guides were super knowledgeable and the views were incredible. Roman, the tour guide on the bus, was super fun to listen to. He offered so much information about Iceland and threw in some personal stories. He made the experience so fun for us.
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Gina_p
Sep 1, 2024
Do this early in your trip. - This was a good tour. Horse back riding was excellent. Tour of golden circle was what you would expect. Had time to see everything and take pictures. I would recommend this.
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From $199
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).